Spicy Shrimp Tacos

Chilli-lime shrimp in warm tortillas with crunchy slaw and avocado crema.

25 min total Serves 4Easy
Spicy Shrimp Tacos

445

Calories per serving

29g

Protein per serving

40g

Carbs per serving

18g

Fat per serving

Ingredients

4 serv

Shrimp

  • Shrimp, peeled500 g
  • Chilli powder1 tbsp
  • Lime juice2 tbsp

To Serve

  • Corn tortillas8
  • Red cabbage, shredded2 cups
  • Avocado1

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prep your ingredients

    Measure everything out, chop the aromatics and bring proteins close to room temperature so they cook evenly.

    10 min
  2. 2

    Build the base

    Warm your pan over medium-high heat, add the fat and aromatics and cook until fragrant and lightly golden.

    5 min
  3. 3

    Cook the main element

    Add the main ingredient in a single layer, leave it undisturbed to colour, then finish cooking through.

    10 min
  4. 4

    Finish and serve

    Fold through the sauce or dressing, taste, adjust the seasoning and serve straight away with your sides.

    5 min

Tips & variations

Flavour Level

Season in stages and taste as you go — adjust chilli, salt and acid right at the end.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Meal Prep

These shrimp tacos keeps beautifully — double the batch and portion it into lunch boxes.

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